STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- It’s been truly beautiful to witness in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy how many Staten Islanders have been banding together to help their own get back on their feet.

You can continue fostering that spirit of community through the holiday season and battle against another issue on Islanders’ minds — the still-ill economy — by patronizing local businesses and buying work crafted by artists in the borough.

Click through the accompanying photo gallery here to experience a sampling of gifts available at local stores, museums and home-based businesses. These items just might make good presents for several people on your Nice List.